As Gina buzzed around town taking care of her mother’s errands, she dropped a question here and there about Sassy Williams. She didn’t find out much, since Sassy had completely cut ties with everyone from Lake Bittersweet. Her closest friend had moved away a few years ago. Her boyfriend had married someone else and had five kids now. Gina didn’t want to bother him so close to Christmas.
Besides, if Merlin was so anxious to connect Sassy with old friends, she should really start with her brother. Sassy’s issues with her parents had nothing to do with Kirk. Once Sassy got here, she’d see that Kirk had grown into a wonderful, thoughtful, smart and amazing man. She’d probably be thrilled to reconnect with him, and kick herself for not doing it earlier.
You sound like you have a teenage crus
